The Lakes course at Sandford Springs Hotel & Golf Club occupies rolling Hampshire countryside near Kingsclere, roughly midway between Newbury and Basingstoke. Martin Hawtree designed the layout, which opened in the early 2000s as part of a hotel and leisure development on former agricultural land. The course takes its name from the water features that figure prominently in the routing, with several holes playing alongside or across ponds and streams that thread through the property. Hawtree's design works with the natural contours of the site, incorporating elevation changes and mature woodland boundaries that frame many holes. The routing moves through varied terrain, with some holes playing across open ground and others carved through tree-lined corridors. Water comes into play on multiple holes, requiring carries or strategic positioning to avoid hazards. The course measures over 6,500 yards from the back tees and presents a test suitable for members and visitors of varying abilities. Sandford Springs operates as a hotel and golf resort, offering accommodation and dining facilities alongside the golf course. The club hosts society outings and corporate events in addition to regular member play. The setting in rural Hampshire provides a parkland character distinct from the heathland courses found elsewhere in the region, with the designed water features and relatively modern construction giving the course a contemporary resort feel rather than a traditional members' club atmosphere.